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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Pittsburgh City Paper, Pittsburgh Magazine, NEXTpittsburgh, and Discover the Burgh. Updated September 2026.
Showcase Barbeque · Homewood
Showcase serves ribs, chicken, pulled pork and a full slate of traditional sides from its Homewood counter. The ribs and yams are particular reasons to visit. The straightforward menu and neighborhood setting keep the focus on smoked meat, house sauce and familiar accompaniments.
Walter's BBQ Southern Kitchen · Lawrenceville
Walter's pairs barbecue plates with Southern comfort dishes in a roomy Butler Street restaurant. The menu stretches from smoked meats to macaroni and cheese, tacos and Frito pie. The patio and full bar make it a practical gathering spot as well as a smokehouse.
Pittsburgh Barbecue Company · Banksville
Pittsburgh Barbecue Company works from a compact roadside location in Banksville, turning out brisket, ribs, chicken and pulled pork for takeout. Dry rub, visible bark and generously portioned sides define the experience here.
Mitch's Barbeque Restaurant & Catering · Warrendale
Mitch and Justin Evanitsky run this Warrendale smokehouse from a converted gas station on Route 19. Brisket, chicken, pulled pork, ribs and sausage share the menu with barbecue ramen, tacos, house kimchi and pork rinds.